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User Profile: Benzfriendz (3)

Benzfriendz's Auctions

NO RESERVE: 2001 Mercedes-Benz E320
SOLD: $10,250
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Bid for your chance to own this 2001 Mercedes-Benz E320 only on The MB Market! This example is finished in Black (040) over Black Leather (211) and powered by a 3.2L M112 V6 paired to a 5-speed auto. Showing only 76k miles, this E320 includes a clean Carfax and a clean CA title.

NO RESERVE: 1993 Mercedes-Benz 500SL w/43k Miles
SOLD: $18,500
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Bid for your chance to own this 1993 Mercedes-Benz 500SL with No Reserve on The MB Market! This example shows 43k miles and is finished in Signal Red (568) over Beige Leather (275) with power provided by a 5.0L M119 V8 paired to a 4-speed transmission. The top hydraulics were recently rebuilt.

63k-Mile 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL500
SOLD: $20,500
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Bid for your chance to own this 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL500 only on The MB Market! This SL features 20-years of same ownership, 63k miles, the SL1 AMG Sport package, and more. Power comes from a 5.0L M13 V8 paired to a 722.6 5-Speed auto. Includes 2 keys, a clean Carfax, and a clean Oregon title.

Benzfriendz's Comments

NO RESERVE: 2001 Mercedes-Benz E320

Benzfriendz said:

Hey everybody, welcome to the last day of the auction. Please check out the new video that was just uploaded. Thank you for your bids and comments so far. It's truly a pristine example. Very classy and elegant inside and out. Whoever takes it home today - satisfaction guaranteed. 

NO RESERVE: 1993 Mercedes-Benz 500SL w/43k Miles

Benzfriendz said:

Last 5 minutes. Lets see what happens

NO RESERVE: 1993 Mercedes-Benz 500SL w/43k Miles

Benzfriendz said:

@theobido
I'm happy to asnwer all your questions.

Paint / body
1,2. To clarify and make sure there's no confusion — the full car was resprayed by the shop, correct color code match throughout. All panels, bumpers, lights, and trim were removed for the job so the finish is consistent everywhere, not just on discrete panels. Roof/fenders that's where the original clear coat failure was worst and what triggered the decision to repaint, but the shop did the entire car to ensure a proper, even match rather than blending in a partial repaint. I'll get the invoice from my friend at the shop and post it in the gallery so you can see the full scope of work yourself.
3. Sure, I'll get those paint readings done for you. 
4. I don't have documentation on what caused the reported damage — it predates my ownership and there's no accompanying report beyond the Carfax entry itself. What I can tell you from my own inspection: the engine bay stickers/labels all appear original and undisturbed, and there's no visible bending, misalignment, or fresh paint overspray anywhere in that area, which is consistent with something cosmetic/minor rather than structural.

Drivetrain
5. There is a receipt on the transmission work performed. This model is notorious for leaking between engine and transmission. It was the main reason for the job. If you check the invoice you will see that they mostly replaced the seals and such. For that it needed to be removed and fully checked. Invoice is in the gallery. 
6. The ETA was replaced. Just verified it yesterday. And wires appear to be soft. I will attach some photos of the wiring for you. 
7. No leaks anywhere on the car. 

Top / systems
8. Please refer to the receipt in the gallery. It was described that all 12 were refurbished and replaced. 
9. Roll bar works, its verified. 
10. AC converted, please see video attached of it blowing cold as the car is standing still. Its everyday here 100 degrees in LA. 
11. Soft top condition great. Photos attached from all angles. 

Ownership / paperwork
12. Since 2021
13. One keyfob yes
14. If the winner is from California I can provide a SMOG.
15. Everything is up to date. In my ladies name. Of course title in hand. 

NO RESERVE: 1993 Mercedes-Benz 500SL w/43k Miles

Benzfriendz said:

I have verified that the ETA was in fact replaced. Got a great question about the ETA, so I pulled a photo of the stamp on the unit itself — it shows a manufacture date of 05/08, confirming this ETA was replaced at some point after May 2008 and is not the original 1993 unit. I don't have paperwork on when exactly that swap happened, but a mid-2000s replacement gives it plenty of remaining service life compared to a 30+ year old original, and it's running perfectly with no hesitation, no codes, and smooth throttle response. Photo will be up in the gallery for anyone who wants to see it for themselves. Happy to answer any other questions. Here is the link for the photo: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1KonFHKj9e_c305_eRqNANq-abVTQ_JuK?usp=drive_link

NO RESERVE: 1993 Mercedes-Benz 500SL w/43k Miles

Benzfriendz said:

Guys don't forget to check out the new videos. Thursday this beauty finds its new owner. Good luck!

NO RESERVE: 1993 Mercedes-Benz 500SL w/43k Miles

Benzfriendz said:

@Luis_2118Hi Luis, I thought I replied to you in a private message. As shown in the CARFAX the vehicle was bought and serviced at Fletcher Jones in Newport Beach until 2015. The wiring doesn't show any signs of failure and appears to be soft. The ETA works perfectly fine. There is no issues there. I haven't performed these services but there is no problems. AMGs of course are genuine, I don't deal with replicas. Those were recently rechromed. As stated in the ad the car received a full professional respray. Hope this helps. Thanks

NO RESERVE: 1993 Mercedes-Benz 500SL w/43k Miles

Benzfriendz said:

@BenzdrivenHi there, you re welcome to stop by and check it out. Send me a private message with yor phone number and I'll get in touch with you. Thanks for your interest

NO RESERVE: 1993 Mercedes-Benz 500SL w/43k Miles

Benzfriendz said:

@DastiYeah absolutely that's not a problem. I have experience with shipping to multiple countries. I have a company that I'm working with in Los Angeles port. 

NO RESERVE: 1993 Mercedes-Benz 500SL w/43k Miles

Benzfriendz said:

@tennisraviThank you gentlemen for the early bids! It's a true pleasure to see your interest.    I will be posting those photos soon, bringing the car to the lift tomorrow. Also will upload the documentation and more videos. Thanks!

NO RESERVE: 1993 Mercedes-Benz 500SL w/43k Miles

Benzfriendz said:

Welcome everyone, and thanks for checking out my 1993 500SL!

If you have any questions about the car, don't hesitate to ask—I’ll be as transparent and responsive as possible throughout the auction.

I'll also be uploading additional videos over the next couple of days, including a driving video, a demonstration of the A/C, and a full electrical functions video so you can bid with confidence.

If you're serious about the car, I encourage you to get your bids in early. Good luck to everyone, and thanks for following along!

63k-Mile 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL500

Benzfriendz said:

@ArmyGuy63All gauges work as they should. There is no oil pressure gauge on this car. Only oil temperature. So if the car just started it will not show until it warms up. In the last driving video you can clearly see that that oil temp gauge is working fine.

63k-Mile 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL500

Benzfriendz said:

I just uploaded paint meter readings. Only the hood is showing a slightly higher readings. All around car has factory paint. Link: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1A63pXUjIjYy4VB6Sxr2H9sUx5nD61UaJ?usp=drive_link

63k-Mile 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL500

Benzfriendz said:

@DanSno sir, only the bumpers and wheels. It's called SL1 sport package. 

63k-Mile 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL500

Benzfriendz said:

Update for bidders: front and rear brake pads were installed today, fresh oil change just completed, suspension and alignment checked, and the car has been fully detailed. Additionally it also passed California SMOG test. 
It’s turn-key and ready for the next owner. 

Additional photos of service records, underside, and detailed walk-around can be found here:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1A63pXUjIjYy4VB6Sxr2H9sUx5nD61UaJ?usp=drive_link

Thanks for all the interest and bids — looking forward to a strong finish

63k-Mile 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL500

Benzfriendz said:

@DanS I’ve sent the photo of the page you requested to the admins, along with several new underside photos showing just how clean this car really is — absolutely dry underneath with no leaks anywhere around the engine. They’ve confirmed the update will be posted shortly. Unfortunately, I’m not able to add photos here myself.

Today I’m also having the front and rear brake pads replaced and the car fully detailed for the highest bidder.

It’s truly a head-turner. Everywhere I take it, it gets nothing but compliments. I’ll try to grab a few more photos before sunset and send those over as well, and hopefully they can be added.

Thanks to everyone for the strong interest, messages, and bids so far. Looking forward to seeing who takes home this machine

63k-Mile 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL500

Benzfriendz said:

@DanSThere is a lot of service records on the CARFAX prior to 2005. It was always serviced at Mercedes Dealership. There is a mention of a service in the booklet at 50k miles. The car was garaged and lightly driven in the past 20 years. There is a receipt for the recent hydraulic cylinders replacement as well. 

63k-Mile 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL500

Benzfriendz said:

Also an update the car just passed SMOG. If the winner is from California that is already taken care of

63k-Mile 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL500

Benzfriendz said:

@BrandonpreimThere is some but not much. The car was lighly driven last 20 years. From what I know it will need new tires, brakes and fluids. I can perform these services before the sale. 

1990-2002 Mercedes-Benz Glass Panoramic Hardtop for R129 SL

Benzfriendz said:

@mfagone777 Do you still have it? Im interested to pick it up

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